The majority of LGBT+ lawyers feel able to be themselves in the workplace, either always (53%) or sometimes (41%), according to Law Society research due to be released in July
Some 91% of LGBT+ lawyers said they have straight colleagues who are supportive and active allies for equality in the workplace. However, a quarter of LGBT+ respondents report experiencing homophobia, biphobia or transphobia in the workplace, with the majority not reporting incidents.
The Bar Council, Law Society and CILEX (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) are encouraging their members to mark Pride virtually this year with an ‘untold stories’ theme, using the hashtag #LegalPride2021.
Law Society president I Stephanie Boyce said they wanted to showcase stories from legal professions that are rarely told, for example, experiences of coming out, having gay parents or focusing on intersectionality.
